Written by

Charles C. Haynes

When I read that 52 percent of American adults say they believe in Santa Claus, according to a survey from Public Policy Polling, I wasn't surprised to learn in the same poll that 42 percent also believe in a "war on Christmas."

After all - spoiler alert - both are figments of the imagination.

Belief in Santa, at least, perpetuates a spirit of joy and goodwill. But the war on Christmas narrative, by contrast, does little more than stir up anger and ill will. ...